To many, measuring body fat seems extreme and unpleasant.There are important diagnostic reasons to do this.As I always say…information is the key.What you do with that information is up to you.I use the information to tract my progress, to evaluate the success of my plan, and to monitor any health issues that come with age.Many studies have shown that increase belly fat can be an indicator of, and lead to, long-term health problems.

Yesterday we discussed several ways to measure and today we will continue:

-Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).This is an expensive way to measure fat, but it is accurate.

My favorite method to monitor my workout goals is the pincher test and measuring with a measuring tape (old fashioned, but tried and true).You don’t have to have your fat measured in front of others, it’s just for your information.Don’t share the results with others.It’s just for you.Even if the number is higher than you thought it would be, don’t fret.Re-evaluate your methods and make changes.